Into cars? The Detroit Auto Show is back. Here’s what you need to know before you go.

Views from the floor of the 2025 Detroit Auto Show in Detroit on Friday, Jan. 10, 2025. (Melanie Kentner/CTV News Windsor)

The Detroit Auto Show runs Jan. 10 – Jan. 20 at Huntington Place.

It’s a chance for new buyers to kick the tires of dozens of vehicles from 22 brands represented on the show floor.

Formerly known as the North American International Auto Show, the Detroit Auto Show has transformed into more a “dealer show”, according to industry analysts.

Show officials promise however they are featuring “the most exciting products available on the market today”, over the course of the 11-day show.

Show-goers will see a wide range of nameplates, including Alfa Romeo, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, Ford, GMC, Jeep, Kia, Lincoln, Ram, Toyota and Volkswagen as part of corporate-supported vehicle displays, according to their news release.

Plus, they are offering “a mix of brands for visitors to explore and “shop” will be dealer-supported vehicle displays representing BMW, Honda, Hyundai, INEOS, Mazda and Mercedes-Benz.”

Transit Windsor Tunnel Bus

Transit Windsor Tunnel Bus service will be operational during the Detroit Auto Show, but there are no Special Event buses for the duration.

Parking

You can prebook a parking spot at Huntington Place using the SpotHero website.

Huntington Place SpotHero Parking Page

They also recommend show goers use the Detroit People Mover of the QLine Streetcar.

Tickets

Tickets are $20 for adults, $12 for seniors (65 and older), and $10 for kids 3-12 (age 2 and below free).

They are also offering a Family Pass for two adults and three children for $50.

When you get there

The Detroit Auto Show is held inside Huntington Place, formerly known as Cobo Hall.

The main show floor is spread out over Halls B and C.

There are also exhibits and presentations in the Atrium and on the Stage.

Click here for the show hours.

Go for a test drive

The 2025 show features four separate indoor tracks:

Show goers – over age 16 - can ride along in a wide range of vehicles with an experienced driver showing and explaining each vehicles unique features.

Ferris’ Ferrari and Clark’s Truckster

This year’s show includes a unique exhibit curated by Hagerty, an automotive lifestyle brand.

“The fun and engaging blend of cars and trucks at this year’s Show will appeal to all ages — from kids to grandparents and everyone in between,” said Detroit Auto Show Chairman Karl Zimmermann in a news release.

The Volkswagen Beetle from Austin Powers, Magnum P.I.’s Ferrari 308, the Jurassic Park Jeep Wrangler and the Griswolds Wagon Queen Family Truckster are just some of the vehicles or replicas

The show is also partnering with Vanguard Motors for “Detroit Through the Decades”, described as “a cavalcade of some of the most significant Motown cars and trucks.”

Highlights include 1923 Ford 5-Window Coupe, 1949 Cadillac convertible, 1965 Pontiac GTO and a 1971 Chevrolet pickup to name a few.

Racing Day – January 17th

The Detroit Auto Show is also partnering with the Detroit Grand Prix with both a simulated racetrack on the show floor and special events on Racing Day.

Drivers expected in attendance include Josef Newgarden of Team Penske, David Malukas for AJ Foyt rracing and Detroit native Nolan Allaer of HMD Motorsports.

At one p.m. all of the drivers in attendance will host a free autograph session with fans followed by a panel discussion on racing on the Atrium Stage.